AIIMS2002Chemistry-Organic Chemistry
AIIMS 2002 Chemistry Aldol Condensation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
The intermediate formed in aldol condensation is
A
aldol
B
carbanion
C
alcohol
D
α-hydrogen ester
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Aldol condensation: when a carbonyl compound containing α-hydrogen is treated with a base, first of all carbonion is formed.
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